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Hong Kong crypto exchange operator HashKey Holdings has been cleared by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for a listing that would allow it to move forward with an initial public offering. HashKey Holdings, which operates the largest licensed digital asset…
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Justin Sun has stepped further into the center of the $456 million TUSD reserve dispute with a public address in Hong Kong. Justin Sun used a rare in-person media briefing in Hong Kong to give new details about the alleged…
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Switzerland’s AMINA Bank AG has received the regulatory clearance to offer crypto trading and custodial services to institutional clients across Hong Kong. Hong Kong is one of the most tightly regulated yet forward-looking crypto markets in Asia, and AMINA has…
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Hong Kong will issue its third series of blockchain-based green bonds via HSBC’s digital infrastructure. Hong Kong is preparing to issue a new series of government-backed digital green bonds, utilizing HSBC’s blockchain infrastructure, as originally reported by Bloomberg. The latest…
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Franklin Templeton will enable investors in Hong Kong to invest in short-term U.S. government debt.
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Hong Kong’s top market regulator wants to allow licensed crypto platforms to tap into global order books to spur market activity, which has been relatively muted compared to more active hubs like the United States in recent years. Hong Kong…
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Hong Kong regulators have blocked at least five public companies from pivoting to digital asset treasury models, as they weigh whether formal guardrails are needed to curb valuation bubbles and protect retail investors. Local media reports citing Hong Kong’s Securities…
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Hong Kong authorities have concluded the second phase of the e-HKD pilot program, with the central bank digital currency launch mostly aimed at institutional clients. According to a report by local media, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority has completed the…
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Industry experts are reportedly calling for Hong Kong and mainland China regulators to collaborate more on advancing the crypto sector within the two regions. According to a recent report by South China Morning Post, the two regions could potentially elevate…
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The Hong Kong arm of Standard Chartered is gearing up to offer a digital asset trading service next month, just as the first Solana ETF goes live in the region. Standard Chartered Hong Kong has announced plans to roll out…
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Beijing raised concerns about the rise of privately controlled currencies, causing Ant Group and JD.com to pause plans to issue stablecoins in Hong Kong.
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The Hong Kong Legislative Council has published a special bulletin that details the latest developments regarding stablecoins in the region, including renminbi-backed stablecoins. On Oct. 13, the legislative council released a document called the “special report” which consists of major…
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Stablecoin issuer Circle declares that it has no current plans to issue its own stablecoin pegged to the Hong Kong dollar. However, it is open to collaborating with other firms. According to an interview with the Hong Kong Economic Times,…
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Hong Kong-listed China Financial Leasing Group announced that it will invest $11.14 million into the web3 and AI sectors, including a plan to develop its own crypto platform. According to an announcement from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the Hong…
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Hong Kong financial regulators warn investors to remain cautious of unapproved yuan-backed stablecoins, stating it has not issued any licenses for stablecoin issuers. According to a recent report by the SCMP, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority have cautioned local investors…
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Chairman of the Hong Kong Institute of Accountants and Financial Reporting, Sun Deji, said that he expects the government to wait a little longer before publishing guidelines on how to audit stablecoins. According to a report by local media Sing…